Ozil said his admiration for Wenger and the Frenchman's reputation for improving players had played a key role in his decision to sign.

"The coach is a world-class manager - he's demonstrated that for years," added Ozil. "A lot of players have developed under his guidance in the past and that's why I decided to join Arsenal.

"I want to improve myself further and I'm looking forward to the style of play. Arsenal are well known for the strength of their technical game and their desire to play attacking football. I think I will fit perfectly into that."